1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfasud | Corvette |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |